If you’re a non-resident receiving or giving property in Marbella, Spanish law requires you to declare and pay Impuesto sobre Sucesiones y Donaciones (ISD) — inheritance and gift tax. But the rules differ based on: Your relationship to the deceased/donor Your residency status The location of the property Whether the gift is in life or […]
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✅ Yes. Foreigners can freely sell property in Marbella, whether it’s: A vacation home A rental property An inherited asset A long-term investment But to sell correctly, you must manage the legal, tax, and registry aspects properly. 📋 Key Steps to Selling Property in Marbella Here’s what you need to do: Step Action 1. Hire
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Marbella has a complex urban planning history, and many properties — especially villas, rural homes, or older developments — may: Lack proper building licenses Sit on non-developable land Have illegal extensions or pool structures Face restrictions on future renovation ✅ That’s why urban planning checks are a key part of legal due diligence for foreign
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Foreign buyers in Marbella must pay several property-related taxes and fees when purchasing a home. These costs vary slightly based on: Whether the property is new or resale The region (Andalusia) Property price Whether a mortgage is involved Here’s a breakdown of the main costs: 💰 1. Transfer Tax (ITP) – 7% For resale properties,
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Many foreign buyers want to purchase property in Marbella but: Can’t travel to Spain Need to act quickly to reserve a property Are managing the process from another country ✅ The solution is simple: use a Power of Attorney (POA) to buy remotely with the help of a trusted Spanish lawyer. 🧾 What Is a
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